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This is a black and white drawing of the TAMU-CC campus as viewed from the O'Connor Building- looking in the southeast direction. From left to right, there is a palm tree, a shrub, and grass in the foreground; Lee Plaza with multiple trees around the fountain; a partial view of the entrance to the Student Services Center (Round Building) in the background; and the Islander Welcome Center building entrance.

Drawing of TAMU-CC Student Services Center (Round Building)

Page 1: a circular golden wax seal with the University of Corpus Christi Texas around the outside. The inside is separated into three parts with symbols inside, one with an open book, one with gear parts, and one with a steaming lamp, UCC is in the middle
Page 3: a black and white photo of the building entrance with young palm trees on the left and right of the building near stairs
Page 6: a landscape painting of a field with leafy trees
page 16: a gold tassels from the binding are scanned in on the last page

UCC Library (Student Service Center "The Round Building") Dedication Program

University of Corpus Christi Library Building Dedication Program 10MAY1963

Units of Credit and General Expenses and Cost of Living in 1947-1948

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Student reps address TAMUS regents meet (student news)

This news article discusses how student representatives voiced their concerns to the TAMUS regents' board. Included in those concerns were "poor curriculum advising, repairing a biology building, and poor availability of specimens required for biology projects". This article also notes the new online registration system for CCSU and the need for the board of regents to compare student concerns with planning during their review.

Self-study nears end (student news)

This news article discusses the two-year self study headed by Dr. McMichael and the efforts it took to complete the final draft of this accredidation process.

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Blucher institute officially opens (student news)

This photo of the Blucher Institute from the student newspaper has a caption announcing its formal dedication and official opening for research.

TAMUS regents' committee meets Wednesday at CCSU (student news)

This news article discusses the TAMUS regents' upcoming committee meeting where they will visit CCSU campus for the first time, take a tour, meet with the board, and steps to take for individuals wanting to speak at the forum.

TAMUS regents requesting local ideas for planning (student news)

This news article discusses TAMUS requesting involvement from the local community in sharing ideas for the 4-year planning process.

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Four-year planning process begins (student news)

This news article discusses the topics discussed concerning the four-year planning process during the first faculty meeting of the 1989-1990 academic year. The article notes President Sugg's emphasis of the "importance of an excellent academic plan to ensure that CCSU will become a major, comprehensive university, and triple in size over the next several decades." The article notes Dr. Davis, who will be leading the academic planning committee and his views on his new role. During this meeting, Dr. Davis announced the initial planning process steps. Furthermore, the responsibilities of the committee are discussed along with Davis' expectations for developing a strategic plan.

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TAMUS orientation gets merger moving (student news)

This news article discusses an orientation held for faculty and staff from CCSU, Texas A&I, and Laredo State University concerning the merger with TAMUS. Topics discussed included long range and program academic planning, areas of finance, facilities, budgets, and resources. Dr. Adkisson, the system chancellor, "emphasized excellence in education" as the main goal. He predicted that changes in South Texas higher education would be emphasized by two goals of TAMUS, which are "to provide superior education opportunities, and to create new knowledge through research."

City to celebrate fiesta 4U July 28

This article announces the city celebration held by Fiesta 4U in honor of Senator Carlos Truan for his higher education advocacy in South Texas and the merger of CCSU with the Texas A&M System. It mentions the celebration plans, exhibit, and co-sponsoring by CCSU, Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce, 4U-CC, and the CCSU Alumni Association.

Sugg announces changes (student news)

This article discusses CCSU President Sugg's official announcement of the changes to take place with the transitioning to part of the Texas A&M System as a 4-year institution. Some of the announcements made include Sugg appointing three new Vice Presidents, including Dr. Davis, Dr. Guerrero, and Dr. Trevino. The article also focuses on Sugg's emphasis of the importance of the reorganization taking place during the transition to a 4-year.

Four-year planning to begin (student news)

This article discusses the signing into law legislation that designates CCSU as a 4-year university and other voices in support of this legislation. Sugg states that the challenges are "an opportunity to develop and excellent undergraduate program" and his first step in the process is to create a planning committee. The article further reflects on Sugg's memories of the start of this process in 1986, the difficulties faced, and the perseverance and cooperative efforts it took between various USST components to now focus on a "new era for CCSU" and the community.

Senator Carlos Truan is commencement speaker (student news)

This article announces that Senator Carlos Truan will speak at the upcoming CCSU graduation commencement, reminding readers of his dedication to higher education reform in South Texas and his advocacy for CCSU to become a 4-year.

Ed. forum set for Sat. morning (student news)

This article discusses an upcoming education forum taking place at CCSU that will cover recent education legislation. Of note, one group will discuss higher education and the proposed merger.

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Sen. Phil Gramm to visit CCSU briefly Good Friday (student news)

This article discusses Senator Phil Gramm's visit to CCSU and discussion of research at the university and how it may be affected by the merger.

University newspaper: Campus expansion

Printed newspaper in English

University newspaper: Special Houston alumni edition

Printed newspaper

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Campus voices: How do you feel about changing the name of CCSU to Texas A&M at Corpus Christi? (student news)

This questionnaire shows the opinions of six CCSU students concerning changing the name of CCSU to Texas A&M. These students are a mix of juniors and seniors, three supporting the name change, and three supporting keeping it the same. Of note, those who want the name change mention that it will bring prestige and attract more people to the area.

Student survey shows desires for longer hours, tutorial center (student news)

This article discusses a student services poll taken the previous spring that involved three open-ended questions. Of note, one question asked what students would like to see changed at CCSU. The responses to the questions encompassed " making CCSU a 4-year university and improving the course rotation schedule." The article continues with discussing various student services offered.

Campus Voices: Are you for or against the merging of CCSU and Texas A&M?

This questionnaire highlights the opinions of three CCSU students concerning the merger of CCSU and Texas A&M. The students shown included one junior, one senior, and one graduate. The junior mentioned he was for the merger, but thought UT would be a better option. The other two students supported merging with Texas A&M with reasons including bringing more instructors and course options, as well as it being a good university that will speed up the 4-year university process.

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Letter to the Editor (student news)

This article, written by a CCSU senior majoring in criminal justice, praises the "academic acceptability and achievement" and the reason for the recent selection of the CCSU campus over more "vaunted schools" to host the teleconference featuring Texas Senator Lloyd Bentsen, Governor Bill Clinton, and 26 different colleges in 11 states. The author notes the "wider academic recognition" and national coverage this event brings a small struggling college, and that whether or not CCSU becomes a 4-year, the school should be proud.

Merger report ready for USST (student news)

This article discusses the upcoming report over the merger between CCSU and the Texas A&M University System, and what happens if the board approves the study.

Campus master plan adopted (student news)

This article discusses the more than $15 million campus development plan that includes renovations of the Blutcher Institute, extensions of the surrounding loop road, additional parking, bus turnaround on Ocean Drive, street repairs, a student conference center, a new classroom building, a third floor addition to the library, and demolition of several buildings. This development project is scheduled to take place between 1988 and 1992.

Self-study committees appointed (student news)

This news article discusses the reevaluation of CCSU's purpose statement as the first step in the accreditation self-study. The article also notes how the steps for accreditation with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools have changed, lists the members of the committees, notes that students, faculty and staff will be involved, and highlights McMichael's perspectives on the accreditation study. The article concludes with mentioning various statistics to point out CCSU growth in campus square footage, faculty members, and degrees awarded.